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21 November 1864
Pearson, Charles G., fl. 1864-1865
to George F. Morse
expressions of friendship, speculations about the arrival of prisoners to Hart's Island, Morse's transfer to Fort McHenry, and anticipation of his 21st birthday
GLC02180.10
2 December 1864
Jamieson, William, fl. 1864
advice on Morse's anticipated transfer, poor quality of camp chaplains, report of his work as a hospital nurse tending soldiers with typhoid fever.
GLC02180.11
16 January 1863
Parrott, John A., fl. 1861-1877
to sister
He "lost nearly all my company in the fight…I have been engaged in looking up their friends and let[t]ing them know what has become of them." He is not well but will stay with the army as long as he can for he thinks "it is going to take every man...
GLC03858.01.13
16 November 1864
Biddulph, George, fl. 1864
to Frank
Writes about various soldiers in the regiment including the death of Jimmy Haslehurst, the man who was accidentally shot by a fellow soldier (see letter #77). Reports that a large number of recruits have come to the regiment of which company "K" has...
GLC06728.078
30 July 1864
Govpez, S.L., fl. 1864
to Miller A. Wright
[quoted in entirety] "I have just returned to camp, saved you a letter from your brother, am tired and hungry, think I will invite myself over to take tea with- Will see you this evening and tell you about my trip".
GLC02691.11.066
27 November 1864
Everts, L. H., fl. 1864
to Colonel R.M. Savoyer
Letter of support and recommendation. Everts speaks very highly of both Miller and his father, Augustus. Miller has received a full pardon from the President. Both have received letters of recommendation from several prominent officials...
GLC02691.11.073
15 August 1863
Punch, or the London Charivari
Brutus and Caesar
Reproduced from Punch.
GLC05603.02.90
12 October 1862
Weeks, Thomas, fl. 1860
to Lt. Holden
Weeks' father, Thomas, inquires about the condition of John after the battle of Perryville. He writes: "so please answer and oblige a fraternal brother." Also included is a response from C.L. Hozl on behalf of Lt. Holden. He writes that John was...
GLC06728.027
12 April 1863
Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882
to his parents
Reports that rebels captured a train and killed several soldiers a few days ago. After capturing the train they burned it and later skedddled. Included is a letter written the next day in which he writes that he saw Lafayette [Miller] and George...
GLC06728.043
24 July 1861
Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863
to Amanda Wilkinson
States that he is alive and well. However, he cannot say that about all of the other brave soldiers who died in the fighting. For two days men came from every place and the rebels could mount 25,000 men against them. On Thursday in the afternoon 160...
GLC03523.13.006
15 August 1864
Wheeler, Lysander, 1837-1917
to his brother-in-law Davis and all at home
He write that he is well but he cannot say so for other members of the regiment as they have just recently learned that Chas Tubbs has died. The report is that he died of the bloody flux [dysentery]. Details some of the other casualties received by...
GLC07460.093
31 October 1863
Miller, Michael Murray, fl. 1861-1864
to Lile Miller
Written from camp near Warrenton Junction, Virginia. Expresses his regret that Uncle Wills' son died. Writes, "O what misery and heart aches children have caused thousands of Parents since this wretched war has been in progress." Mentions his...
GLC02155.112
10 November 1784
Hodgdon, Samuel, 1745-1824
to John Bryant
Asks for a payroll of the men under Bryant who have not been paid and to note their pay masters and which corps they belonged to. Notes that Bryant's pay needs to be stated in an account and the sums received credited. Says the iron and stores can...
GLC03432.048
6 May 1863
Reflects on his service: "...when we look at the army of the Potomac under Genl Hooker how they have Been marching and fighting the last week we ought not to complain, many a poor fellow whose time was nearly out... whose Boddy now lies a lifeless...
GLC02155.098
10 May 1863
Regarding the Battle of Chancellorsville, writes that there is "a great deal of excitement about Genl Hookers last defeat if such it can be called, it is verry currently Reported here this morning that he is again crossing, But I do not think it is...
GLC02155.100
Miller writes to his wife from camp near White Oak Church. Reports that he is under marching orders. Comments on his father's well being (his father is also apparently in the service). Notes, "tell him i am not now the Puny little sickly looking...
GLC02155.077
13 February 1862
Written at Camp Pierpont to his wife. Writes, "...the Boys are Jubilant of our late victories at Roanoke island and in the [tennessee] River, But i suppose ere you Receive this you will have heard of the taking of Roanoke island By our forces they...
GLC02155.034
11 August 1862
Pugh, Mitchell, fl. 1862
to "Mrs. Pugh" and L. D. Wood
re: advice for planting crops; skirmishing at Pack's Ferry and possibility of Yankees returning: "We don't fear them Blue Bebbies one bit…;" sent $100 home via C.H. Pennington.
GLC03135.06.005
July 14, 1864
Jackson, Edwin, fl. 1862-1865
to William Jackson
re: The troops are in Arkansas, and he often has to stand guard duty; however, he would much rather be in the South and "run the chance of being shot and killed out and out" than be in Dakota "and be killed by degrees." He tells Bill not to worry...
GLC00203.13
16 July 1863
Cranor, Franklin, fl. 1862-1865
to Delia Slocum
re: Cranor describes the wet and muddy march from Murfreesboro to Pelham on the way to Chattanooga. He briefly mentions recent losses from small skirmishes but notes general success in getting the rebels of out Tennessee. He writes that Bragg's...
GLC03791.007
3 July 1864
Written from the frontlines of the Atlanta Campaign Cranor reports that he has seen the worst of fighting, even more so than Stones River and Missionary Ridge. He wrote "that day was the first time ever I thought of getting killed in battel when we...
GLC03791.015
May 14, 1865
Redrussa, J., fl. 1865
to George May Powell
re: In response to a deal to sell GMP's Great National Picture in Mansfield, Redrussa has only sold one photograph.
GLC00687.055
17 March 1864
Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902
to mother
He is sorry to hear of his mother's illness. He sent his citizen's suit home yesterday. He will have his hair cut soon.
GLC02161.115
14 May 1864
to Norman R. Dewey
A dispatch from Grant came saying he had taken Johnson's whole division. One of the batteries from Camp Barry was lost but then retaken by the 13th division. He is afraid Charley will have a hand in the fighting.
GLC02161.126
6 July 1862
Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865
to Father
He will most certainly be going to Richmond again and mentions that cousin James was wounded in the battle of Fair Oaks.
GLC07705.078
29 August 1862
He heard Gen. Lee and his army were advancing , so cavalry and artillery changed their positions. He wants to know why Mr. Watson doesn't write. Andy Dobbs brought 15 new recruits.
GLC07705.096
19 September 1862
Squads in hundreds of rebel prisoners are coming in. Hospitals are full of both Union and Confederate soldiers but he remains healthy.
GLC07705.101
13 March 1862
Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864
to Richard H. Jackson
The loss of the Cumberland and Congress at Newport News caused depression at home. He informs him that the whole Union army on the Potomac is on the advance and is glad his son is so devoted to his country.
GLC07705.206
10 April 1862
They were ordered to embark on board the gun boat "Virginia." They anchored where they found a house and a man with a truce flag. 25 or 30 men came out which they took as prisoners. They all got new uniforms.
GLC07705.054
1 July 1863
to unknown
Telegram to Brigadier General Scammon of the 23rd Ohio. "Reports from Harrisburg Represent all quiet there Rebels having dispersed from that neighborhood - Genl McClellan passed through here today on his way to Washington - it is now settled that...
GLC02414.230
14 January 1863
Higdon, John B., fl. 1863
Higdon was an officer in the same company as Miller A. Wright. John informs Miller of the latest news of the regiment. Three men were caught trying to desert, and he is trying to get his troops ordered back to Georgia. He expresses frustration with...
GLC02691.11.032
20 June 1861
Ward, Edward K., 1837-1864
to his sister
Written on Shelby Greys stationery. Writes that due to his health, he will not be able to visit Memphis until September. Will be leaving Randolph due to the lack of Yankees. Mentions that putting on a white shirt is a serious offense, as it...
GLC02232.03
14 September 1864
Bow, Nathan, fl. 1864
to John Reeser
Writes to John Reeser from Company B. Describes being about ten miles from fighting and hearing the soldiers firing at each other all the time. Comments that the rebels are "firing at our pickits every nights." Describes taking a man prisoner while...
GLC03523.43.12
3 January 1863
Kessler, Thomas J., fl. 1843-1868
to his friends
Writes to friends from Camp Douglas. Discusses a terrible storm and the cold weather. Comments he does not believe he has seen colder weather. Writes the soldiers are freezing and the prisoners are suffering, and many of them have died. Reports...
GLC03523.52.03
25 December 1860
Painter, Heber, 1841-1900
to sister Kate
Letter is entitled "My Christmas gift to Kate". Describes his walk down Pennsylvania Avenue during the Christmas shopping season. Visits the navy yard and barracks with his friend Russ and remarks that Uncle Sam does not consider Christmas a...
GLC02016.002
16 February 1852
Corwin, Thomas, 1794-1865
to Origen Storrs Seymour
Responds to Congressman Seymour's request for information on the Grant case. Replies, "no credit can be given on account of such alleged loss unless expressly authorized by Act of Congress. I am not aware of any case where this Department has...
GLC02305.06
3 October 1861
He writes that he does not have picket duty because the enemy has left Munson's Hill and vicinity. The troops have been ready to march everyday and they go out in "stack columns" prepared to fight. Writes that they took the hill after the enemy left...
GLC03523.13.018
26 June 1865
Fendall, Philip Richard II, 1794-1868
to James R.Y. Fendall
In an addendum to his earlier letter of the same date (see GLC03135.11.03). Discusses a packet of letters he is trying to send to various political figures in Mississippi, including Governor William L. Sharkey.
GLC03135.11.04
9 June 1862
to [Harriet W. Dewey]
He has been receiving compliments on his work. They are camped on the battlefield and as he writes the Rebels are throwing shells into their camp.
GLC02161.025
16 September 1862
They have since passed through several cities and escaped the warm fire of artillery. There has been heavy firing in the direction of Harper's Ferry though he hears their side has surrendered at Harper's Ferry.
GLC02161.057
2 November 1862
to father
He thinks they will go to Virginia tomorrow where everything is destroyed. They may have big fight soon. McClellan tries to avoid fights, apparently. He afraid of harming his reputation, should they lose.
GLC02161.065
24 April 1863
Rifenburgh, Peter E., 1843-1863
to brother
Just received marching orders; does not know where to yet. Cooks have begun to cook extra rations in preparation for the march. Just got paid two months of wages. Will try and send some home. Will try to send it via express mail and see how long it...
GLC08914.021
25 April 1862
McKinney, Erastus R., fl. 1851-1904
to Cynthia McKinney
re: his wound, details of a recent battle
GLC02179.01.030
10 March 1863
Carrington, Chas. S., fl. 1863
Report of Vessels Sunk and Burnt in the pamunky River, by Captain Chas. S. Carrington, A.Q.M. under the orders of General Joseph E. Johnston and others
GLC06745.206
24 December 1863
Mr. Page came to see him yesterday. He took him to a grand artillery review. He is looking forward to carving the turkey tomorrow.
GLC02161.109
8 May 1865
to Friend Bemis
Relates events that took place during April 1865 in Fort Hell, Virginia (also known as Fort Sedgwick). Refers to the Seventh Regiment (possibly of the Rhode Island Volunteers). States that his Company was traveling to Farmville, Virginia when they...
GLC02750.034
21 May 1863
Bell, Grove L., 1844-1863
to home friends
Received their letter the night before last; would have answered earlier but has had a lot to do. Had a lot of fun bathing and fishing. Recently fought at Chancellorsville. "Anything but fighting for me" after the horror of his first battle. Soldiers...
GLC08913.11
27 July 1865
Hayward, J.H., fl. 1865
to Amos J. Harding
Does not feel much like writing this afternoon but remembered his obligation and will say a few words. Arrived at St. Louis one week ago this morning (Thursday) at 3 o'clock. His company had been mustered out the day before. Panicked about getting...
GLC02178.11
7 May 1793
Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816
to Henry Knox
Mentions a Frenchman who is with the Wabash Indians (not an interpreter) and who asked President Washington for a pair of boots and some stockings. Washington wants the man to be given the items if he has not received them before. Tells Knox "you...
GLC02437.05891
11 September 1781
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Thomas S. Lee
Informs the Maryland governor of the need for 30,000 feet of wooden planks for the upcoming siege of Yorktown. Has asked General Mordecai Gist to obtain the supplies. Also mentions eight tons of powder that need to be forwarded "to the points of...
GLC02437.10025
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